Accounts Receivable Specialist

Robert Half • Baton Rouge, LA • 1d ago

Description

We are looking for a skilled Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a dynamic team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This long-term contract position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a growing commercial real estate company. As part of the accounting department, you will play a key role in managing accounts receivable processes, ensuring accurate reconciliations, and maintaining financial records. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a keen eye for detail, this position could be a great fit for you.

Responsibilities:

Process and reconcile accounts receivable batches, ensuring accuracy and timely posting.

Investigate and resolve customer accounts receivable issues to maintain strong client relationships.

Prepare aging reports and monitor outstanding balances to support collection efforts.

Handle billing and collection calls with professionalism and efficiency.

Maintain and update the cash receipts journal, ensuring proper documentation and reconciliation.

Post and balance financial data across various ledgers and reconcile bank accounts.

Compile and process payments while managing segments of monthly closings and annual reports.

Verify documents and codes to ensure compliance with accounting standards.

Provide accurate information and support to internal stakeholders, including shippers, customers, and the sales/marketing department.

Contribute to the organization's mission by upholding its values and fostering a collaborative culture.

Requirements - Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.

Minimum of three years of experience in accounts receivable or accounts payable roles.

Proven bookkeeping experience is an advantage.

Strong analytical abilities with a solid understanding of accounting principles and policies.

Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Familiarity with accounts receivable processes, including collections, cash applications, and billing.

Effective communication skills to interact with clients and internal teams.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

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